Must-see hotels in Zambia

  • New Kalala Camp

    Zambia

    Just outside the park boundary in the GMA is this locally run place with large, bland chalets in a rocky setting overlooking beautiful Lake Itezhi-Tezhi…

  • David Livingstone Safari Lodge

    Livingstone

    A waterfront luxury hotel, with all rooms having river views, Rhodesian teak furniture, four-poster beds and stand-alone bathtubs looking out to the water…

  • Zamcom Lodge

    Lusaka

    Although it looks like a school built in the '70s or earlier, this small motel-style complex has simple spick-and-span rooms. There’s a shady courtyard…

  • Munyemeshi River Lodge

    Zambia

    An affordable waterfront lodge close to the park, Munyemeshi's stone-and-thatch chalets are rough around the edges, but at these prices you can't be too…

  • Sisheke Lodge

    Zambia

    On the outskirts of town heading towards Livingstone is this functional and practical motel with basic rooms with TV, fridge and fan. Self-caterers can…

  • Mongu Lodge

    Zambia

    Set in a nice, quiet location in the backstreets of town, this lodge resembles a run-down conference centre. Rooms are small and some could do with more…

  • New Ambassador Hotel

    Zambia

    'New' is rather optimistic given the creaky state of the corridors but the Ambassador provides reasonable value for its spacious rooms. It has an…

  • Dazi Lodge

    Zambia

    It's a bit overpriced, especially as there's no air-con, but Dazi's en-suite rooms are sparkling clean. There's an appealingly kitsch bamboo bar on the…

  • Great Lake Lodge

    Zambia

    The most comfortable option in town is these rondavels fitted out with modern interiors including cable TV, wi-fi and air con. It's within a secure…

  • Nkondo Safari Camp

    Zambia

    Open year-round, Nkondo offers a comfortable self-catering option with safari tents with attached bathroom. There's a common kitchen to cook up meals. It…

  • Kabwe Campsite

    Zambia

    Set in an open area, the campsite at Kabwe features views over the floodplain where sitatunga wander by. It has flush toilets, outdoor hot showers and an…

  • Bufumu Campsite

    Zambia

    The newest campsite in the park is more open then the others and looks out to grassy plains. It's close to the big tree, Fibwe Hide and hence is a popular…

  • Campsite

    Zambia

    Camping at the orphanage is an option for those travelling with a tent, and rates include access to its fully equipped self-catering kitchen plus hot…

  • Lake Waka Waka Campsite

    Zambia

    At Lake Waka-Waka accommodation is in the form of a small community campsite with basic bucket showers, barbecues and long-drop toilets. Bring your own…

  • Kawaza Village

    Zambia

    This enterprise run by the local Kunda people gives tourists the opportunity to visit a real rural Zambian village while helping the local community. Four…

  • Wagtail River Club

    Zambia

    The former Zambezi Breezers has been rebadged as Wagtail River Club, but it's the exact same place. It still boasts a wonderful grassy spot overlooking…

  • Chimwemwe Lodge

    Zambia

    Offering a relaxed atmosphere, the well-maintained Chimwemwe Lodge is set on a manicured lawn with roaming farm birds. It offers good value, clean…

  • Samfya Beach Hotel

    Zambia

    Sitting on Cabana Beach, this place has a pretty good location but the rooms are small and have very basic bathrooms. Camping is an affordable option for…

  • New Choma Hotel

    Zambia

    Far from flash, this gritty hotel nonetheless has a convenient central location along the main strip. Rooms are spacious and have TV, fridge and air-con…

  • Kalulu Backpackers

    Lusaka

    Though it's more of a local lodge than a backpackers, Kalulu's rates are cheap. There's a small pool and restaurant with excellent local food. But the bar…

  • Siga Siga Resthouse

    Zambia

    One purely for penny pinchers, Siga Siga's rooms are barebones and run down, however it's a useful option for bus travel as it’s right by the junction…

  • Kwale

    Zambia

    In the south section of the park, this campsite is just over an hour's drive from the park headquarters and is a handy spot to spend the night if you've…

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